Plus-size resale boutique opening in Loves Park

A resale boutique specializing in plus-size clothing and accessories has relocated from Belvidere to Loves Park and opens its doors this weekend in an expanded space.

Secondhand Curves is located at 6250 E. Riverside Blvd., east of Mulford Road near 2nd Cousin's Bar and Grill. It's owned by Rachel Cadie, who most recently ran the store inside a small retail space at Dodge Lanes in Belvidere.

"It's a beautiful, big space in a really good area," Cadie said of the new store. "I'm so excited. I just love doing this. It's definitely something that's needed" for women and girls of all ages.

The store carries clothing in sizes 12 (or extra-large) and up. Cadie said she has off-brand merchandise but also pieces from popular retailers like Lane Bryant and Torrid.

Cadie accepts used items in good shape and new pieces. Customers can donate the goods or sell them in the store on consignment. Prices typically range from $1 to $20 for most items.

"The prices are going to be just right," Cadie said. "I want people to just come here, enjoy the experience and feel comfortable shopping for things made just for them."

Secondhand Curves' regular hours will be 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Saturday. Cadie said she plans to do a girls' night in at the store every few months, and she'd like do organize a pageant in Rockford for "big, beautiful women."